Dr. Babik is an extremely nice and helpful professor. Really cares about the students and the course content, and wants the best for his students. Passionate about making sure his students master the course. Very knowledgeable, but class can be boring at times.

Awesome guy. Gives great lectures. Class is not difficult and you enjoy learning about the subject. Definitely would take him again.

great guy

Professor Babik is honestly one of the best professors I have ever had. His lecture requires you to think critically and be engaged; if you are not willing to actively listen and learn, then don't waste your time. He is very intelligent and provokes thought. The only thing I disliked about the class was not his teaching, but the peer grading.

Dr. Babik is a great teacher and he really makes learning fun and enjoyable. I think he tries to transform the way professors teach their students (which I appreciate a lot). He also shows how we can take the information that we learn and apply it to jobs outside of the classroom. Would definitely take again for another course and recommend him!

Dr. Babik is too smart to be a professor. There is a lot of value in coming to class. However, in all honesty, a huge percentage of your grade is based off of the tests and homework assignments. Your class comes up with the test questions. Your homework grades are based off of peer reviews on mobiusslip.

Nice and easy-going teacher who challenges the students with critical thinking. Should be able to do well if you do all the assignments and the tests are made from the students, so just study the questions that are posted from the discussion board and you should be fine.

He doesn't get the credit he deserves. My class was one of his first at JMU, so we were kind of his test subjects, but he did great. Nothing was ever set, if he began to dislike something he'd change it. Go to office hours. READ the textbook and study it, it will be your best friend. Enjoyed going to class, great man.

Babik is very knowledgeable about the subject. His lectures do not entirely coordinate with the test, but if you ask any question about the textbook, you will get a fully explained answer. Quizzes were every few weeks and two questions. His tests were a bit difficult but he has reading guides with the wordy textbook. He's open to suggestions.

Babik knows a lot about CIS and although the class was very easy, his lectures had nothing to do with what was on the tests. Very easy to get a good grade. The pop quizzes are easy and nice participation points but do the reading guides or you won't do well on the tests.

No matter what professor you have, you probably won't like this class. Babik did a good job of trying to keep us engaged and entertained, but sometimes his lectures got a little off topic. If you don't memorize the book, you will pretty much fail the final since it's made by the department. Overall, not a bad class. Would probably take him again.

Dmytro is a cool guy! Homework is long but infrequent, and is reviewed by peers. Test questions are mostly generated by the actual students and if you work together you can see them before the exams. Lectures are structured like a conversation, but there are a few times when what we talk about in class directly contradicts the textbook. Pop quizzes

Dmytro is an amazing professor who helps you learn what it takes to be successful inside and outside of the business world. He encourages critical thinking so if you don't like applying yourself he is not the teacher for you. You get out what you put in with his class, so for all who want to learn and learn well he is the guy for you

I took his 204 Summer class and I'm not sure how his teaching style changes for Fall and Spring classes but I genuinely enjoyed going to class. He has a very high sense of humor but also took teaching us seriously. The final was a little harder than I expected but I still got out of the class with an A and can't wait to take another class with him

Great professor! Daily quizzes but they aren't hard if you read the material. Always willing to take questions and explain material in depth. Lots of outside assignments but they aren't difficult. Definitely recommend!

He's a funny guy and good lecturer, but wastes time with random debating. Tests are easy if you listen to what he says in class. Activities were frustratingly ambiguous, but were eventually clarified. Overall, I learned a lot about the subject and how to critically think. Take him if want to understand technology and not just definitions like 204.

One of the rare professors who can actually teach. He's also pretty funny. Class is more fun if people speak up since his class is really discussion based. He teaches you how to think critically. There are kahoots almost every week. He makes this class pretty interesting and I felt like I learned a lot from his class. I recommend taking him.

One of my favorite professors! He explains things very well. Even though he can be a harsh grader, you'll learn to understand what he expects

Babik is a solid professor. He has a particular approach to this class: it's almost like a computer philosophy class. He tries very hard to make sure you understand WHY the material makes sense. He doesn't want you just regurgitating information back to him. Honestly, this class is challenging but great preparation for COB 300. Take him

One of the best professors I have had. Class is mandatory but he is a very funny guy and really cares about you learning the material only if you show the effort in wanting to learn it. Would highly recommend if you actually want to learn the material, if you are looking for a free pass I would not bother.

An amazing professor!

Intimidating seeming but actually pretty cool guy with a very sarcastic sense of humor. Class isn't mandatory but he gives a Kahoot pretty much every class on the assigned reading. Kahoots are super simple and short but they add up so make sure to attend most classes. Tests are pretty hard so make sure to do the readings and take notes in class.

He's really sarcastic so you may not know how to take him at first but he's amazing and really helpful at his office hours. If you participate and do good on projects, even if you do bad on tests, you'll do fine! Don't listen to all of the other people

He is a good professor. I like the way he allows students to make their own M/C test questions and he will select from them for the exams. He offers extra credits so do it, it will curve your grade at some point. Overall recommend to take him!

Great professor, be ready to keep a work schedule all course. It is an industrious course, SUPER useful.

Dr. Babik can be intimidating at first because he is very well-versed in the subject matter; however, he is very accessible outside class & very willing to help students & make sure they reach their full potential. You should read the textbook for this class but the chapters aren't long so its not a hassle. Dr. Babik is a great choice for COB204!

babik is a pretty funny dude. He gives kahoot quizzes every class so read the chapter before class and you should be fine. The textbook is your best friend, nothing he teaches you is really relevant. Lectures can be boring but if you participate and ask lots of questions he will remember your name and give you extra credit points

Overall, solid professor for entry level class. Expects a solid amount of effort from students in class; and rightfully so, given his expertise in the field he seeks to challenge student's intellect and way of thinking. Class can be very thought provoking depending on your attitude, participation, and expectations.

Babik is a great professor; if you think otherwise it's likely that you don't actually care to learn. This is a rude statement, but it's true. Babik is very knowledgeable, and overall cares about your learning. He strives for actual high-level thinking, unlike other professors who give you participation points.

I took CIS 330, 331, 320, 434 and two additional classes along with his 454 class (7 total). His class is not an unreasonable amount of work, trust me. He helps you learn to think critically and holds you to a high standard. Ive gained knowledge beyond the scope of the class, thanks to him. Its not easy to be an exceptional teacher, but he is.

I took 454 with Babik and I thought I was going to hate it. I heard taking it with 484 would be a nightmare but Babik made it bearable. He genuinely cares about you and how you do, and he knows what he's talking about. Sometimes some things are confusing, but he will always clarify if you ask. Highly recommend taking him, I loved his class.

Professor Babik get a bad rep- that he's very harsh and not an easy professor. The way he teaches is to give you a baseline of how to do something (like a model) and to go through trial and error. There is no right answer!! He is truthfully one of my favorite professors and brings some good laughs to class. Ignore what you've heard- he's great :-)

First off, Babik is not for everyone. This is my second time taking him so I knew what to expect. Babik will challenge you and make you think. he will also put you on the spot and grade you very tough. If you want an easy class do not take this class. If you want to learn, grow, and be challenged everyday take this class.

Ignore what you've heard he's great! He really cares about the students. There are 6 modeling assignments and if you don't know how to do them just go to his office hours he is very helpful. There are 3 tests which are pretty straight forward just read the book and you will be fine.

Fantastic professor! Provides great feedback and is very accessible. He doesn't regurgitate textbooks or readings. He provides lots of opportunities for learning outside of class. He uses class time to focus on talking with the students and answering questions

Babik is a great professor and you learn a lot from him if you show up to class and go to office hours. Anyone that doesn't like Babik is most likely just lazy and doesn't want to put in any work. Work load is normal nothing too difficult and Babik is very funny. Really enjoyed his class!

Dr. Babik is a great professor and is funny when lecturing. Some people think he's mean but they're not realizing that he's only trying to make you better. He is one of the few professors that I've come across who has made me care and put my best efforts into every assignment and exams. Take him with an open mind and you will not regret it!

Dr. Babik expects you to work hard and put a lot of thought into your assignments, but he returns the same level of consideration through his teaching. He clearly loves his job, has a great sense of humor, and truly wants to see us succeed and grow. Yes, he's tough, but he does it to make us better. Complainers should find a different career path.

Professor Babik is one of those teachers that, even if you do an outstanding job in your work, he will find things to criticize and make you question. The first time this happens can be offsetting, but eventually you realize he is not just being cruel for the sake of it, but rather to make a lasting impact. I learned very well as a result.

The projects and assignments done helped you grasped the concept with fair grading and suggestions made. Babik's humor was funny without him seemingly trying to be. Be prepared to be ripped apart in class for stupid questions, though, I enjoyed when he did because it was obvious he wanted you to learn from your mistakes.

Dr Babik is tough. Really tough. However, you will leave his class with a whole new perspective. I have never learned more in a class and I truly feel prepared for my job after graduation.

He will likely scare you on day one but as long as you stay ontop of assignments, ask a multitude of questions, and go to class you should be fine. He's a funny dude and makes his lectures pretty interesting as well.

Dr. Babik is a demanding professor but as long as you stay on top of your assignments and come to class you'll be okay. There is no set textbook, instead wikipedia articles but overall convey same message. It's important to ask questions about the assignments before getting too deep into them. This class will make sure you understand the content.

Dmytro was amazing. If you don't understand anything, he is very helpful and will calmly give you the correct answer neatly and concisely. Amazing choice of wardrobe every day. The one thing is that he doesn't tolerate any profanity in his class. But, overall, very caring professor who teaches every topic thoroughly in class.

As much as I want to hate on Babik for being a PITA I just can't. He is always willing to help his students in class and in office hours, always comes into lectures passionate about teaching, and genuinely wants to see his students succeed. Great teacher.

If you want an easy class don't take him. But if you actually want to learn and become a more intelligent, curious, hardworking person, there's no one better than Babik. He can be mean and might hurt your feelings if you let him, but if you commit to the class he will literally make you smarter; he teaches you how to learn at a very high level.

Babik is a really intelligent professor that can help students learn the material well if you try. Asking questions in class and in office hours is how you get an A in this class. People rating bad were either too lazy in his class or didn't listen to his advice. If you get out of your comfort zone and fail a couple times, YOU WILL SUCCEED.